Yamaha Bulldog BT1100 User Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
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WARNING 0
Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches, dam-
age and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright position.
2. While applying the front brake, push
down hard on the handlebars several
times to check if the front fork com-
presses and rebounds smoothly.
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If any damage is found or the front fork
does not operate smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair it.
CAUTION:
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Checking and lubricating the
sidestand
The operation of the sidestand should be
checked before each ride, and the side-
stand pivot and metal-to-metal contact sur-
faces should be lubricated if necessary.
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If the sidestand does not move up and
down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check or repair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)

Yamaha Bulldog BT1100 Specifications

General

Displacement	1063 cc
Bore x Stroke	95.0 mm x 75.0 mm
Compression Ratio	8.3:1
Ignition	TCI
Starter System	Electric
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Fuel Capacity	20 liters
Maximum Power	65 hp (48 kW) @ 5, 500 rpm
Maximum Torque	88 Nm (65 lb-ft) @ 4, 500 rpm
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Brakes	Dual discs, 298 mm
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Front Tire	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire	170/60 ZR17